Richard A Canina

Richard A. Canina, a native of Brevard County, Florida, pursued his education locally, graduating from Holy Trinity Academy in Melbourne. He furthered his studies at Florida State University in Tallahassee, where he earned an undergraduate degree in psychology with a minor in criminology and criminal justice, graduating with honors. During his time at Florida State, Richard was actively involved in the National Society of Collegiate Scholars and Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity.

Richard obtained his Juris Doctorate from Stetson University College of Law in Gulfport, Florida. At Stetson, he focused on criminal defense and trial advocacy, completing internships with the Public Defender's Office for the Sixth Judicial Circuit and various local criminal defense firms.

Upon graduating, Richard served as an Assistant Public Defender in the 20th Judicial Circuit (Lee County, FL), where he managed thousands of misdemeanor cases, including DUI and domestic violence charges. His skills quickly advanced him to handling felony cases involving theft, driving offenses, and high-profile charges such as sexual battery, robbery, burglary, aggravated assault, and felony drug offenses.

Richard possesses significant experience with complex criminal cases, including white-collar crimes, fraud, and large-scale theft. His extensive work has provided him with deep insights into the operations of the State Attorney's Office, police agencies, and other state departments.

Richard is committed to defending those accused of criminal offenses, using resources like private investigators, medical experts, and advanced technology to achieve favorable outcomes. He is passionate about criminal law and provides personalized, top-tier service to his clients, ensuring the best possible defense.